"Gamescom Stage Witnesses Performance of 'The Roman Dream' by 'Anno'"
In the world of video gaming, the upcoming release of Ubisoft Blue Byte's Anno 177: Pax Romana is generating a buzz. But for those eager to delve deeper into the historical and emotional context of this Roman-era city-building game, there's a captivating prequel waiting.
The SWR's audio drama The Roman Dream – An 'Anno' Story serves as an official narrative prelude to Anno 177: Pax Romana. This cinematic fiction podcast immerses listeners in the ancient world, much like the game does in its interactive experience.
The story centres around two young men who sell themselves into slavery, hoping to rise within the Roman Empire. What begins as a desperate escape turns into a perilous journey through Roman colonies, political intrigues, and power centres.
Produced with an exclusive soundtrack by the composers of the Anno series and performed live by the SWR Symphony Orchestra, the audio drama offers a high level of immersion and cinematic quality. Notable German voice actors, including Jannik Schümann as Simeon, bring the rich acoustic environment of Ancient Rome to life, from slave markets to gladiatorial combats in the Colosseum.
The audio drama enhances the Anno universe by offering a compelling, immersive storytelling experience in audio form. It aims to appeal to a broad audience, not just fans of the Anno series and gamers.
The Roman Dream – An 'Anno' Story will be available for free in the ARD audio library from August 20. For those attending Gamescom in Cologne from August 20-24, they can catch a live presentation of the audio drama.
The Anno series, which began in 1998 with Anno 1602, traditionally combines city-building, economic simulation, and historical scenarios. With Anno 177: Pax Romana, the series is venturing into ancient times. The upcoming game is set in the 2nd century, making it the series' entry into this era.
Ubisoft Blue Byte, the developers of Anno 177: Pax Romana, plan to release the game in mid-November. The audio drama serves to deepen fans' understanding of the historical and emotional context behind the game's setting, connecting directly to the game's themes by providing a story that precedes and enriches the player's experience with Anno 177: Pax Romana.
In essence, The Roman Dream – An 'Anno' Story showcases the immersive and exciting worlds that video games can create, proving that even two seemingly insignificant people can change an empire.
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